6 Can't Miss True Parenting Stories: Dad Embracing Unexpected Baby with Excitement and More

07/26/23 • 77 min

In this heartwarming, engaging, and sometimes challenging journey, we delve into the highs and lows of impending fatherhood and parenthood in general. We begin with a unique tale of a father who shares his intriguing Freudian theory on why his daughter prefers him over her mother. Then, we transition to an intimate discussion about the things parents wish they had done one last time before their first child was born – a blend of nostalgia and practical advice that soon-to-be parents may find particularly useful. The next story presents the struggles faced by a parent whose partner is unintentionally complicating the parenting process, turning simple outings into a nightmare. This is followed by a dad's personal and initially shocking revelation of discovering his girlfriend's pregnancy and the surprising joy that emerged from it. As we move further, we explore marital challenges that can crop up during this transitional phase, offering perspectives and advice for couples who may find themselves in a similar situation. Lastly, we delve into the concerns of a spouse whose partner's hobby might be taking up too much time. Join us as we share these tales of joy, struggle, anticipation, and real-life relationship dynamics from the front lines of parenthood. Don't forget to hit like, share, and subscribe if you enjoy the video!

00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:37 - My Daughter Prefers My Husband. He has a very Freudian Reason as to Why.
00:11:12 - What do you wish you would've done one last time before your first was born?
00:24:17 - Partner is making it harder to parent and outings are HELL
00:41:10 - Found out my girlfriend is pregnant
00:52:36 - Troubles with my wife
01:01:25 - Spouse's hobby too much?

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Reddit Parenting Stories: My Wife Doesn't Let Me Comfort Our Baby

https://youtu.be/jz3W7R_6PxMWelcome to Episode 2 of Parents Like an Athlete! Join Otis and Gemma as they react to a collection of hilarious and thought-provoking Reddit stories on parenting.

In this episode, they delve into six intriguing tales shared by Reddit parents:

"Any of You Parents Take Solo Time Off?"
"When Did You Stop Hating Your Dog Post Pregnancy?"
"My Wife Doesn't Let Me Comfort Our Baby"
"My Husband and My Son Have Grown Apart, and My Husband Is Taking It Really Hard"
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"Can We Stop with the 'However Months Old After a Year'?"

Get ready for a delightful and insightful discussion that covers a wide range of parenting experiences and challenges. From funny anecdotes to heartfelt moments, this episode has it all!

Hit that play button to enjoy the conversation and gain valuable insights from these relatable Reddit stories. If you find this episode engaging, don't forget to give it a thumbs up, subscribe to our channel, and share it with other parents who would love to be part of the discussion.

Thanks for joining us, and we'll see you in the next episode of Parents Like an Athlete! 👋😄

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